Vessel design and the well-being of seafarers

Ellis, Neil ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0493-8461 2009. Vessel design and the well-being of seafarers. Presented at: Seafarers International Research Centre Symposium 2009, Seafarers International Research Centre Symposium Proceedings (2009). Cardiff, UK: Seafarers International Research Centre, pp. 75-90.

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Abstract

Human beings now spend more time than ever indoors. However despite this , relatively little is known about the impact of the built environment on health and well-being, especially within the maritime sector. Studies that have been conducted onshore suggest that environmental and architectural features within buildings such as high noise levels, inadequate lighting, and poor quality materials/facilities may all negatively affect the health and well-being of those that live there. Many of these factors are those which a seafarer experiences daily. However, due to the remote and confined location they work within , there is little chance for respite from this environment. This paper reviews studies that have been conducted to date onshore, and looks at the implications they might have for those working at sea. It reflects the early stages of the development of a project which will ultimately consider changes that could be made onboard vessels in order to improve seafarer health and well being.

Item Type:	Conference or Workshop Item (Paper)
Date Type:	Publication
Status:	Published
Schools:	Seafarers International Research Centre (SIRC)
Publisher:	Seafarers International Research Centre
ISBN:	1900174357
Date of First Compliant Deposit:	8 March 2024
Last Modified:	11 Nov 2024 09:00
URI:	https://orca.cardiff.ac.uk/id/eprint/167048

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